Endoscopy NurseLOCATION: JACE Private Hospital / Day Procedure Unit, GREYSTEELHOURS: 30-37.5hrs per weekSALARY: £33,000-£37,000 depending on experienceCLOSING DATE:29th May 2026)Professional Registration & Compliance(ESSENTIAL)Registered Nurse (Adult) with the NMCUp-to-date NMC revalidation, CPD, and mandatory trainingEvidence of right to work and compliance with RQIA employment checksKnowledge of NMC Code, Duty of Candour, GDPR, safeguardingClinical Experience(ESSENTIAL)Minimum 3+ post-registration experience in an acute clinical settingExperience in at least one of the following:EndoscopyTheatreSurgical wardDay procedure unitAbility to care for patients undergoing gastroscopy, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and minor therapeutic proceduresEndoscopy-Specific Competence(ESSENTIAL)Understanding of the endoscopy patient pathway (pre-assessment ? procedure ? recovery ? discharge)Ability to assist with:Scope handlingBiopsy collectionPolypectomy supportSnare and diathermy safetySpecimen labelling and documentationKnowledge of JAG standards, decontamination principles, and infection controlAbility to recognise and respond to complications such as:BleedingPerforationSedation-related airway compromiseSedation & Airway Management(ESSENTIAL)Competent in monitoring sedated patientsAbility to recognise oversedation and airway obstructionSkilled in basic airway manoeuvres (jaw thrust, OPA/NPA)ILS certification (or willingness to complete on appointment)Understanding of sedation scoring tools (e.g., Ramsay)Monitoring & Patient Assessment(ESSENTIAL)Competent in ECG, SpO2, BP, respiratory rate, and ETCO2 monitoringAbility to assess patient stability pre- and post-procedureKnowledge of early warning scores and escalation pathwaysAbility to provide safe discharge criteria for day-case endoscopyInfection Prevention & Decontamination(ESSENTIAL)Strong understanding of infection control principlesKnowledge of endoscope decontamination workflow (even if not performing it)Ability to maintain a clean, safe clinical environmentAwareness of HTM 01-06 and JAG decontamination standardsDocumentation & Governance(ESSENTIAL)Accurate documentation aligned with NMC and RQIA standardsUnderstanding of consent, capacity, and patient information requirementsAbility to report incidents and near misses (Datix or equivalent)Awareness of audit processes (JAG audits, scope traceability, safety checks)Communication & Teamwork(ESSENTIAL)Excellent communication with endoscopists, ODPs, HCAs, and recovery staffAbility to provide clear patient information and reassuranceStrong teamwork skills in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environmentAbility to prioritise and manage multiple patients safelyPersonal Qualities(ESSENTIAL)Calm, professional, and patient-centredStrong attention to detailAbility to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary teamCommitment to continuous improvement and high-quality care(HIGHLY DESIRABLE) JAG-recognised Endoscopy CourseCannulation and IV drug administrationExperience in decontamination unitsPrevious private healthcare experiencePlease note:An Access NI enhanced disclosure check (including information held by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)) will be required for this job role.The DBS barred lists are maintained by the Disclosure and Barring Service. There are two of them one is a list of people who have been barred from working with children, and the other is a list of people who have been barred from working with vulnerable adults.A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. JACE Medical adhere to internal policies on the recruitment of ex-offenders and on the secure handling, use, and storage and retention of disclosure information. All checks are processed in line with the Access NI code of practice.WHJS1_NI